South Lanarkshire Leisure and Culture

Children’s activities in South Lanarkshire

South Lanarkshire Leisure and Culture offers a wide range of activities for children and young people, from babies and toddlers through to teenagers.

Across our leisure centres, libraries, arts venues and community facilities, children can enjoy sport, creative activities, play sessions and family-friendly experiences throughout the year.

ACE / Tiny ACE activities

Our ACE / Tiny ACE programme offers a fantastic range of arts, culture and exercise activities for children across South Lanarkshire.

From baby and toddler sessions through to sport, creative classes and music activities for older children, ACE is a great way for children to stay active, build confidence, try new things and make friends.

Activities include football, gymnastics, trampolining, athletics, dance, drama, arts and crafts, Lego and Minecraft sessions, music classes and much more.

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Other activities for children and young people

South Lanarkshire Leisure and Culture also offers a variety of other activities and experiences for children and families.

Library activities

Our libraries offer stories, arts, crafts and games for children from pre-school to primary 7. View children and young people’s library activities

Fitness classes

Some fitness classes are suitable for children aged 12 and over. View fitness classes.

Golf

Junior golf opportunities are available across our golf facilities. Find out more about golf.

Swimming

Swimming is a great way for children to stay active and build confidence in the water. View pool programmes and timetables

Ice skating

Ice skating offers a fun and active day out for children and families. Find out more about ice skating.

Great days out for families

Calderglen Country Park and Zoo

Enjoy woodland walks, play areas and a visit to Calderglen Zoo.

Calderglen Country Park
Calderglen Zoo

Chatelherault Country Park

A great place for family walks, outdoor exploring and seasonal visits. Visit Chatelherault Country Park.

James Hamilton Heritage Park

Perfect for outdoor family time, walking and waterside activities. Visit James Hamilton Heritage Park.

Low Parks Museum

Discover local history through exhibitions and family-friendly displays. Visit Low Parks Museum

Children’s birthday parties

You can also host a memorable children’s birthday party at one of our facilities. Find out more about children’s birthday parties.

Keep up to date

For regular updates on children’s activities across South Lanarkshire, follow our Children’s Activities Facebook page. Visit the Children’s Activities Facebook page.